So who's better Rayray Parks or his late dad Bobby Parks? Find out what coaches and ex-teammates have to say

Ronnie Magsanoc is reminded of late teammate and legendary PBA import Bobby Parks every time he sees Rayray Parks play on the court. Dante Peralta

THE inevitable comparison between Bobby Ray Parks and his late father, legendary PBA import Bobby Parks, couldn’t be avoided.

Shortly after being named Most Valuable Player of the PBA D-League Aspirants Cup, Hapee coach Ronnie Magsanoc can’t help but equate the young Parks with the seven-time Best Import awardee with whom he won a championship in Asia’s first ever play-for-pay league as teammates with Formula Shell together with his current deputy and close pal Benjie Paras.

“Minsan parang kinikilabutan ka,” said Magsanoc whenever he watches the combo guard out of National University play, obviously seeing in him his former teammate.

“Si Bobby, kahit tinitira siya, he remains focused and composed in his game. I’m sure Rayray is working on that aspect of his game.”

Whatever flaws the younger Parks still has in his game, Magsanoc is confident the two-time UAAP MVP will be a much better player once he turns pro.

“He really works hard. Napakabait na bata. It’s a matter of time that he makes his mark in the pros,” said Magsanoc.

“It’s really a blessing and a privilege to mentor Rayray and the Fresh Fighters. Natutuwa ako para kay Rayray. He deserves it. Moala Tautuaa also deserves it. And I’m hopeful that Rayray will bring this team to the top,” said Magsanoc.